The Raja Saab is Prabhas's first full-fledged horror-comedy, written and directed by Maruthi and produced by T. G. Vishwa Prasad and Krithi Prasad under People Media Factory in association with IVY Entertainment. The Telugu fantasy horror-comedy arrived in cinemas worldwide on 9 January 2026, in the Sankranti window, marking a notable genre shift for the Rebel Star — read our Prabhas biography for his filmography. Billed on its posters as "A Thaman S Musical", the film's music is composed by Thaman S, whose soundtrack puts a playful spin on the classic disco number "Auva Auva" with the single "Nache Nache". Prabhas plays a dual role, supported by Sanjay Dutt, Malavika Mohanan, Nidhhi Agerwal and Riddhi Kumar. The story follows a man in deep financial trouble who sets his sights on his grandfather's ancestral property, only to find the mansion occupied by a sinister presence.
Movie Facts
Title: The Raja Saab (2026)
Release Date: 9 January 2026 (worldwide; Sankranti window, confirmed by producer T. G. Vishwa Prasad)
Director: Maruthi (also writer)
Cast: Prabhas (dual role); Sanjay Dutt (reportedly as Prabhas's grandfather's spirit — not officially confirmed); Malavika Mohanan (Telugu debut); Nidhhi Agerwal; Riddhi Kumar; Zarina Wahab; Boman Irani; Samuthirakani; Satya; Brahmanandam; Vennela Kishore; Ammu Abhirami
Music Director: Thaman S
Banner: People Media Factory (+ IVY Entertainment)
Language: Telugu (released in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam)
Runtime: 183 minutes (U/A)
OTT: Jio Hotstar (streaming from 6 February 2026)
Reception & Box Office
Wikipedia reports that the film received generally negative reviews and was a box-office failure. Filmibeat lists a worldwide gross of ₹208.39 crore against a reported ₹400–450 crore budget. These are attributed reports, not our own figures.
Soundtrack & Music
The songs and background score are composed by Thaman S, whose name anchors the film's poster billing "A Thaman S Musical". T-Series acquired the music rights for a reported ₹30–40 crore. Four singles were rolled out ahead of release: "Rebel Saab" (23 November 2025; lyrics by Ramajogayya Sastry / Kumaar; sung by Sanjith Hegde, Blaaze / Sachet Tandon, Blaaze), "Sahana Sahana" (17 December 2025; lyrics by Krishna Kanth / Kumaar; sung by Vishal Mishra, Thaman S and Sruthi Ranjani), "Raje Yuvaraje" (31 December 2025; lyrics by Krishna Kanth / Raqueeb Alam; sung by Baby Riya Seepana / Baby Shriya Pendyala, Thaman S and Adviteeya Vojjala), and "Nache Nache" (5 January 2026). "Nache Nache" is a remix of Bappi Lahiri and Usha Uthup's "Auva Auva Koi Yahan Nache Nache" from Disco Dancer (1982), recomposed by Thaman S with a Bappi Lahiri credit, and sung by Nakash Aziz, Brinda and Usha Uthup in Hindi & Tamil only. The Telugu album also includes "Dil Mange More" (sung by Nakash Aziz) and "Rebel Maniac" (Asura, Sahithi Adapa). For more 2026 film-music coverage, see our posts on Toxic (2026) and Eetha (2026).
Watch the Official Trailer
The official Hindi trailer, released by T-Series on 29 September 2025 with a launch across 105 theatres in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, can be watched below. For more 2026 movie coverage, see our guides to Bokshi (2026) and Suryaa (2026).
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Raja Saab released?
The Raja Saab released worldwide on 9 January 2026, in the Sankranti window. Producer T. G. Vishwa Prasad confirmed the release date.
Who composed the music of The Raja Saab?
Thaman S composed the songs and background score. The film's posters bill it as "A Thaman S Musical", and T-Series acquired the music rights for a reported ₹30–40 crore.
Who stars in The Raja Saab?
Prabhas plays a dual role, supported by Malavika Mohanan (making her Telugu debut), Nidhhi Agerwal and Riddhi Kumar, along with Zarina Wahab, Boman Irani, Samuthirakani, Satya, Brahmanandam, Vennela Kishore and Ammu Abhirami. Sanjay Dutt is reportedly part of the cast as Prabhas's grandfather's spirit, though this has not been officially confirmed.
What singles were released from the soundtrack?
Four singles were released ahead of the film: "Rebel Saab", "Sahana Sahana", "Raje Yuvaraje" and "Nache Nache" — the last a remix of "Auva Auva Koi Yahan Nache Nache" from Disco Dancer (1982). The Telugu album also includes "Dil Mange More" and "Rebel Maniac".
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